Lauren Bennis, LMHC, NY | Psychotherapist

About Lauren Bennis

Focus areas

Adult Psychotherapy

Psychological Trauma

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety

Relationship Struggles

Young Adult Issues

Boundary Issues

Stress

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Culturally Sensitive

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Existential

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lauren Bennis

I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey that encourages growth and healing. I work primarily with adults experiencing anxiety, impacts of trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and family conflict. I also have experience working with LGBTQ+ identity exploration and those seeking a better understanding of themselves and their story. Whether you are looking to explore the difficulties you are going through and develop new coping tools, want to learn more about yourself, or want to break out of unhealthy habits and develop more agency and accountability in your life, I provide a welcoming environment for you to do so. I hold a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from City University of New York, Queens College, and a Bachelor’s degree from the State University of New York, Albany. I utilize a holistic and trauma-informed approach to mental wellness. I incorporate psychodynamic, attachment, and inner child work to explore how early relational experiences affect how we navigate as adults. My approach is integrative in that I also pull from CBT, DBT, and ACT to implement tools for coping, regulation, and improving relationships. Through values of empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity, I aim to build a non-judgmental, safe, and trusting therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing a space for you to heal, feel empowered, and develop insights for positive changes to occur. I will always tailor my approach to meet your individual needs, values, and goals.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I schedule a free, 15 minute phone consultation to determine if we are a good fit before starting sessions. If you would like to move forward after our phone call, we will then begin with an initial intake session which can be 45 minutes to one hour to get to know you, your background, and what brought you to therapy at this time. After the intake session, we can delve into the specific areas you'd like to focus on.

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More information on payments and coverage

I am in network with Aetna, Cigna, Optum, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, Oscar, and UMR. I charge $150 for out-of-pocket sessions; I operate on a Sliding Scale.

Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Lauren Bennis, LMHC

Education and training

City University of New York, Queens College, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
State University of New York, Albany (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1073200382

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Lauren Bennis?

Generally, Lauren Bennis has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Lauren Bennis's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Lauren Bennis accepting new patients?

Lauren Bennis generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Lauren Bennis's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Lauren Bennis accept my insurance?

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What practice does Lauren Bennis work with?

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What are common reasons for patients to see Lauren Bennis?

Lauren Bennis frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lauren Bennis on their profile.